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QCOW Converter

Convert QCOW files online for free


Drop or upload your .QCOW file
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How to convert your QCOW file

  1. Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your QCOW file.
  2. You'll see a preview.
  3. Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.

Convert QCOW to another file type

The converter easily converts your QCOW file to various formats—free and online. No Windows or extra software needed.

  • QCOW to VMDK
  • QCOW to RAW
  • QCOW to QCOW2
  • QCOW to OVA
  • QCOW to ISO
  • QCOW to VDI
  • QCOW to VHD
  • QCOW to VHDX
  • QCOW to IMG
  • QCOW to DMG
  • QCOW to HDD
  • QCOW to VBOX

Convert a file to QCOW

The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the QCOW file type—in the best quality.

  • VFD to QCOW
  • DMG to QCOW
  • OVA to QCOW
  • IMA to QCOW
  • VBOX to QCOW
  • ADF to QCOW
  • PVS to QCOW
  • VHD to QCOW
  • OVF to QCOW
  • ISO to QCOW
  • DSK to QCOW
  • IMG to QCOW

About QCOW files

QCOW, which stands for QEMU Copy On Write, is a disk image file format used by the QEMU emulator. It supports features like snapshots, compression, and encryption, making it a choice for virtualization enthusiasts. However, despite its advantages, QCOW files can be challenging due to their complex structure, which may lead to performance overheads and compatibility issues with some applications.

When converting QCOW files, it's essential to choose the right software to ensure data integrity and compatibility. One popular tool is QEMU itself, which offers command-line utilities for converting QCOW files to other formats. For a more user-friendly approach, Virt-Manager can be used to manage and convert virtual disk images.

QCOW files can be converted to several formats, including:

Conversion challenges include maintaining data consistency, handling large file sizes, and the potential for data loss during the process. It's crucial to back up your files before attempting any conversion.

Despite the availability of local software solutions, they can be complex and time-consuming for regular users. This is why using the free and easy Convert.Guru website is highly recommended. Simply drag-and-drop your QCOW files to convert them into the desired format effortlessly. This reliable online service ensures safe and quick conversions without the hassle of installing additional software.

Use Convert.Guru online viewer to open and convert your QCOW file.

Similar file types are QCOW2, ISO, IMG, ZIP, VMDK, RAW, OVA, VDI, VHD, VHDX.



The QCOW Converter Story

The history of Convert.Guru began over 25 years ago in California with Tom Simondi’s file-format database. A former contributor to Space Shuttle development and a software pioneer of the 1980s, Simondi established a trusted resource for file type analysis that was even referenced by Microsoft Windows XP. Today, we use modern technology to process and convert thousands of file formats while continually improving our QCOW converter.

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